19 Oct 1675: King Philip's War begins A major conflict between Native Americans and New England colonists began, resulting in widespread destruction and significant loss of life.
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1676
10 Jun 1676: Bacon's Rebellion Nathaniel Bacon led a rebellion of Virginia colonists against Governor William Berkeley, protesting his failure to protect them from Native American attacks.
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1681
16 Jan 1681: Pennsylvania granted to William Penn King Charles II granted a large tract of land to William Penn, a Quaker, to found the colony of Pennsylvania.
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1683
10 Apr 1683: New York City Charter The Dongan Charter established the government of New York City.